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Rasheeda Childress

Senior Editor, Fundraising

Rasheeda Childress is the senior editor for fundraising at the Chronicle of Philanthropy, where she helps guide coverage of the field. Before joining the Chronicle, she covered financial and business news about nonprofit associations at Associations Now. Childress is a longtime journalist who has written and edited a variety of publications, including the Kansas City Star, Higher Education Technology News, and Campus Crime. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Howard University in Washington, D.C.

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Gen Z Gives Money and Time. Here’s How and Why to Engage Them.

Gen Z Gives Money and Time. Here’s How and Why to Engage Them.

Young adults donate money, volunteer, and advocate for nonprofits. Here's how to build meaningful relationships with them. 

4 of the Best Hacks for Fundraisers and Leaders From AFP Icon

4 of the Best Hacks for Fundraisers and Leaders From AFP Icon

Tips included using animation to tell stories, why it's as important to retain fundraisers as it is donors, and more.

Inflation, Cuts, Tax Changes: A Tough Year Takes Center Stage at AFP Icon

Inflation, Cuts, Tax Changes: A Tough Year Takes Center Stage at AFP Icon

Among the other topics covered at the Association of Fundraising Professionals conference were federal funding shifts and the need to reach a wider array of donors.

Major Donors Fuel 80% of Giving as Donor Base Shrinks

Major Donors Fuel 80% of Giving as Donor Base Shrinks

Giving was strong in the fourth quarter of 2025, as supporters poured money into donor-advised funds and also gave directly, according to a new report.

Lawsuits Against GoFundMe, PayPal Fire a Fundraising Warning Shot

Lawsuits Against GoFundMe, PayPal Fire a Fundraising Warning Shot

Alaska has sued six tech platforms for creating unauthorized donation pages, reigniting a debate over efforts to “help” nonprofits raise money without their consent.

Colleges Raised $78 Billion, 89% of Which Came From 2% of Donors

Colleges Raised $78 Billion, 89% of Which Came From 2% of Donors

While higher education raised more money, institutions must now think long-term and engage younger alumni who prioritize institutional impact over traditional loyalty to sustain future giving.

How AI Is Changing Fundraising

How AI Is Changing Fundraising

Groups big and small are finding way to personalize how they ask for money and plumb data of all kinds to connect with donors.

The Hidden Cost of AI Productivity at Nonprofits

The Hidden Cost of AI Productivity at Nonprofits

Research shows AI tools can lead to longer hours and cognitive fatigue. Learn how to set boundaries that stop the always-on churn and prioritize quality.

Shattered Trust: $21 Million DAF Lawsuit Threatens Donor Confidence

Shattered Trust: $21 Million DAF Lawsuit Threatens Donor Confidence

In a legal battle, a DAF sponsor is accused of cutting off access to an account and refusing to make specific grants. Experts say the case is highly unusual but could impact donor trust and DAF regulations.

5 Ways to Build Corporate Partnerships That Outlast Budget Cuts

5 Ways to Build Corporate Partnerships That Outlast Budget Cuts

Corporate giving is shrinking, but employee-engagement programs can help nonprofits build relationships that stick.